First Church in Albany, Albany

Name: First Church in Albany
Address: Albany, United States

#28 among attractions in Albany

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The First Reformed Church, also known as First Church in Albany or North Dutch Church, is located at North Pearl and Orange streets in Albany, New York, United States. It is a member congregation of the Reformed Church in America. The building was designed by Philip Hooker and built in the period of 1797–1799. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. ()

Completed: 1797 (227 years ago)Coordinates: 42°39'13"N, 73°45'3"W

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Sheridan HollowAlbany United States

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First Church in Albany – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New York State Capitol, Times Union Center, Statue of Philip Schuyler, The Egg Building.

~1830 ftW
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
9 min walk • The New York State Capitol, located in the heart of Albany, is a stunning architectural masterpiece and a beacon of political life in the state. Completed in 1899 after a prolonged construction period that began in 1867, this grand edifice stands as a testament to the...
0.4 miSW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
11 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
~1270 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
7 min walk • A statue of Philip Schuyler by J. Massey Rhind is installed outside Albany City Hall in Albany, New York, United States. The memorial is slated for removal, as of June 2020.
0.4 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
12 min walk • The Egg is a performing arts venue in Albany, New York. Named for its shape, the building was designed by Harrison & Abramovitz as part of the Empire State Plaza project, and built between 1966 and 1978. It is located in the northeast corner of the Plaza.
~1210 ftSW
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
6 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
~1940 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
10 min walk • The Cathedral of All Saints, Albany, New York, is located on Elk Street in central Albany, New York, United States. It is the central church of the Episcopal Diocese of Albany and the seat of the Episcopal Bishop of Albany. Built in the 1880s in the Gothic style and designed by Robert W.
0.5 miW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
13 min walk • The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany, New York, United States, "dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley region". It is located on Washington Avenue in downtown Albany.
~280 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
2 min walk • The Palace Theatre is an entertainment venue in downtown Albany, New York, located on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. The theatre is operated by the Palace Performing Arts Center, Inc - a 501 non-profit organization.
~1300 ftSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany
7 min walk • St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.
~1860 ftN
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Ten Broeck Mansion, Albany
9 min walk • The Ten Broeck Mansion in Albany, New York was built in 1797. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
~340 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany
2 min walk • Capital Repertory Theatre is a 309-seat professional regional theatre in Albany, New York. Capital Rep is the only theatre in the Capital District in the League of Resident Theatres.

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Which popular attractions are close to First Church in Albany?

Nearby attractions include Palace Theatre, Albany (2 min walk), Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany (2 min walk), Albany Center Gallery, Albany (3 min walk), United Traction Company Building, Albany (3 min walk).

How to get to First Church in Albany by public transport?

The nearest stations to First Church in Albany:

Bus

Broadway & Peter D Kiernan Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (5 min walk)
State St & Lodge St - S. Pearl Station • Lines: 905 (7 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (25 min walk)